Group 1 - Rising food prices in Japan are leading to the emergence of "no-kitchen cafeterias," as traditional in-house dining options decline [1][2] - Tokyo Star Bank has adopted a no-kitchen cafeteria model, offering a variety of affordable meal options that are well-received by employees [1] - The average price for meals at Tokyo Star Bank is approximately 500 yen (around 24.3 RMB), significantly cheaper than nearby restaurants, resulting in high sales volume [1] Group 2 - The number of traditional company cafeterias in Japan has decreased from a peak of 6,859 in the fiscal year 2003 to 4,930 in the fiscal year 2023 [2] - The "third wage increase" model is gaining popularity, where companies provide meal vouchers instead of direct salary increases, benefiting both employees and employers [2] - Approximately 25,000 restaurants and convenience stores are participating in the meal voucher program, with around 3,000 companies offering this service to employees this year [2]
日媒:米价上涨,日本流行“无厨房食堂”
Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-07-14 23:00